A 2 ton (2,000 kg / 4,400 lb) forklift is one of the most common warehouse and industrial sizes. Dimensions vary by power source (electric, diesel, LPG) and brand, but typical ranges are:
Dimension Typical Range
Overall Length (without forks) 2,260 – 2,580 mm (89 – 102 in)
Overall Width 1,100 – 1,265 mm (43 – 50 in)
Overall Height (mast lowered) 2,000 – 2,220 mm (79 – 87 in)
Turning Radius 1,610 – 2,370 mm (63 – 93 in)
Fork Size (L×W×T) 1,070 × 100–125 × 35–45 mm
Lift Height 3,000 – 4,500 mm (118 – 177 in)
Weight 2,900 – 3,620 kg (6,400 – 8,000 lbs)
Width
Overall width is one of the most critical dimensions for warehouse aisle clearance and doorway access.
Model Width
Toyota 8 FBE 20T (Electric) 1,152 mm (45.4 in)
Caterpillar EP20N2T (Electric) 1,140 mm (44.9 in)
TCM FD20T4C (Diesel) 1,150 mm (45.3 in)
UN Forklift FD20T (Diesel) 1,150 mm (45.3 in)
EP CPCD20T8-TD27 (Diesel) 1,150 mm (45.3 in)
Yale ERP2.0MXLG (Electric) 1,160 mm (45.7 in)
Yale FB20PYE (Electric) 1,265 mm (49.8 in)
Length (Without Forks)
Length affects turning radius and aisle requirements.
Model Length (without forks)
2T Chinese Diesel 2,260 mm (89.0 in)
Generic 2T Electric 2,310 – 2,570 mm (91–101 in)
Toyota 02-8FGF20 (LPG) ~2,540 mm (100 in)
Height (Mast Lowered)
Lowered mast height determines whether the forklift can pass through doorways and under low ceilings.
Model Height (Mast Lowered)
Linde E16-E20 P (Electric) 2,120 mm (83.5 in)
Caterpillar EP20N2T (Electric) 2,125 mm (83.7 in)
UN Forklift FD20T (Diesel) 2,215 mm (87.2 in)
Yale ERP2.0MXLG (Electric) 2,180 mm (85.8 in)
Turning Radius
A smaller turning radius allows easier maneuvering in tight warehouse aisles.
Model Turning Radius
Caterpillar EP20N2T (Electric) 1,610 mm (63.4 in)
Toyota 8 FBE 20T (Electric) 1,671 mm (65.8 in)
Yale FB20PYE (Electric) 1,980 mm (78.0 in)
TCM FD20T4C (Diesel) 2,170 mm (85.4 in)
UN Forklift FD20T (Diesel) 2,370 mm (93.3 in)
Key Considerations
Mast Configuration – Dimensions vary with mast type. Simplex masts have lower collapsed height, while triplex masts offer higher lift but taller lowered height .
Load Center – Standard load center is 500 mm (19.7 in) for 2-ton forklifts .
Tire Type – Pneumatic tires add width and height; cushion/superelastic tires are more compact .
Forks – Standard fork size is approximately 1,070 mm long × 100–125 mm wide × 35–45 mm thick